Q - What is a "thrasher?"
A - It's the state bird of Georgia.

Q - Doesn't the NHL team mind you using their name?
A - Actually, we had the name first! Dawn Mehler started the Atlanta Thrashers Women's Hockey team in 1996. The NHL team was named in 1999. The "Lady" was just added after a while to avoid confusion.

Q - Where do you play?
A - At the Cooler in Alpharetta.

Q - Who do you play against?
A - We break up into two teams for our Wednesday scrimmages, and we also travel around the country to play other women's teams.

Q - Do I have to travel/Can I travel?
A - Travel is optional. Some tournaments are reserved for our USA Hockey travel team, and others are open to anyone who wants to go.

Q - Do you have a coach?
A - Yes. Wednesday practices are coached by the Atlanta Thrashers Hockey Development Team.

Q - Is there body checking?
A - There is no body checking in the women's game at any level. However, there is incidental contact and the occasional running into each other.

Q - Am I too old/young to play?
A - No! Our age range has spanned from 14 - 55!

Q - I've never even ice skated before. Can I still play?
A - Yes! We welcome everyone, even if you've never played before.

Q - How much does it cost?
A - An 18-week season costs around $235. We also require a USA Hockey membership, which is $35 annually.